PHO GOLDEN
7156 N DAVIS HWY, Pensacola FL 32504 · 8508578892
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Bean sprouts 79f for 1 hour, cabbage 60f for 1 hour.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $480
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2024028810 | May 9, 2024 | Jun 17, 2024 | $120 |
| 6--2021004167 | Jan 27, 2021 | Mar 17, 2021 | $200 |
| 6--2017025706 | May 30, 2017 | Jul 26, 2017 | $160 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Vietnamese butter at 58f for 2 hours. Operator set butter on ice and turned down cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles missing and damaged in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets around walk-in cooler in disrepair.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap around back door threshold.
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing in front walk-in freezer.
Oct 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles damaged in kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gaps along top of back door.
Feb 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 20, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dead roaches on premises. Observed five dead roaches in the following locations: one on floor under register, two under ice machine in server area, and two under unused tables in front of bathrooms. Operator cleaned and sanitized areas during inspection.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door has gap along top.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall under dishmachine.
Sep 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink next to triple sink used to store dirty dishes. Operator removed dirty dishes during inspection.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 4 food handling employees at time of inspection, no certified food manager present.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator unable to locate training certificates.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed operator using cup for scoop for soy sauce.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles in dining room have water damage. Ceiling tiles in kitchen are damaged and missing.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed six dead roaches throughout establishment in the following locations: one observed under ice machine at drink bar, one observed in dry stock room next to kitchen, four observed in hallway between storage room and ware washing area. Operator swept and sanitized areas.
Equipment in poor repair. Dishmachine unable to be used without water overflow. Operator not using dishmachine until repairs can be made next week.
Food stored on floor. Onions and carrots in walk-in cooler stored on floor. Operator corrected storage during inspection.
May 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dead roaches on premises. Five dead roaches observed in the following locations: 1 under hand wash sink by front entrance of kitchen, 1 under reach-in cooler, 2 under stove, 1 under reach-in freezer in back of kitchen. Operator cleaned and sanitized areas during inspection.
May 9, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Bean sprouts 79f for 1 hour, cabbage 60f for 1 hour.
Dead roaches on premises. Five dead roaches observed in the following locations: 1 under hand wash sink by front entrance of kitchen, 1 under reach-in cooler, 2 under stove, 1 under reach-in freezer in back of kitchen. Operator cleaned and sanitized areas during inspection.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door leading to kitchen has large gap around threshold.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall behind prep table in kitchen.
Jan 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Upon inspection observed mold like substance inside ice machine in server area. Employee proceeded to clean mold like substance at time of inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Upon inspection observed ceiling tiles damaged and missing tile throughout kitchen.
Sep 22, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Rewrapped raw chicken over beef and shrimp in reach in freezer.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Broken ceiling tiles over kitchen.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.